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How to apply for Carteret Health Care Financial Assistance (Carteret County)

Carteret Health Care, Morehead City — independent nonprofit community hospital (Carteret County General Hospital).

Who it's for

Carteret Health Care in Morehead City is the main hospital serving Carteret County. Its Financial Assistance Program is open to patients with or without insurance who have outstanding balances at the hospital. The discount percentage is based on household income compared with the Federal Poverty Guidelines. Medicaid screenings are available. Apply through the Financial Assistance Program Coordinator or a hospital advocacy representative.

Carteret: the discount is based on household income against the Federal Poverty Guidelines; the program covers only Carteret Health Care bills, and accounts are not held during review.

What you'll need

  • Completed Carteret Health Care financial assistance application
  • Proof of household income
  • Proof of identity and residency

Where to apply

Apply online: official application

By phone: 252-499-6570

Renewals

per application / episode of care

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